Description
Dogma presents this sexy, erotic melodrama about two sisters (Sayaka Tsutsumi and Kurumi Morishita) who share a long-time secret of lesbian love experimentation with each other. From heavy kissing, fondling, spit-sharing, to oral sex, gauze bondage, genital rubbing and much more. These two hot AV starlets set the DVD on fire to a tender, haunting soundtrack of remembrances.

In a storyline set just after the death of their mother, it utilizes the dark traditional mourning kimono and more recent updated clothing as an attraction, for those who have a fetish for traditional clothing and/or rare clothing cosplay.

As an added bonus, there is a behind-the-scenes making of that follows the girls from meeting in the morning, to several days of shooting in a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn). Sayaka is positively cute in her geek-girl glasses and pigtails. While Kurumi is disturbingly beautiful as the serious older sister with her gorgeous long hair done up in a bun. Directed by the famous Tohjiro. Uses super fine mosaic so you can see more action.

Please note: in accordance with Japanese law, this title is mosaic censored.

PhatHead
This selection from Dogma draws a line that will allow you to understand the difference between a sex scene and a love scene. The scenes in this movie (yes, it really is) are LOVE scenes, meant to show deep feelings two girls have for one another. In some Japanese video titles, everything from the kissing to the sex is obviously done gratuitously and in a fashion that's a bit over the top for the obvious enjoyment of the viewer. Here, the girls' kisses are deep, their lips touch, and they pause briefly but frequently to whisper things to each other. My only regret is the fact that I don't understand the words they exchange. Even without understanding the dialogue, you can't escape the drama between these two and the fact that their lovemaking trysts happen for a reason.

The girls pull off the story with performances of conviction. When I see something like this, I wonder why it's so hard to find something even remotely similar produced in the U.S.? Can you imagine a highly produced American adult video/movie with only two very attractive girls?

1) Buildup/Seduction: The only part I didn't care for much was the fact that the girl was tied up in the first scene. Other than that, the tenderness and the amount of foreplay in each of the scenes was superb Score: 8

2) Kissing: Great, romantic kissing. Score: 10

3) Attractiveness of Women: Very cute and attractive young girls. I'm just amazed at the convergence of looks and their ability to pull off such an amazing performance. Score: 9

OVERALL SCORE: 9

f.j.
How can I begin to describe this film? It is a love story told in a level of eroticism that is almost unknown in the States. Although scripted, as you see in the "making of the film" clip, it seems so real that the idea of it being scripted is forgotten about.

The director, Tohjiro, is a genius! What he does with a simple tube of lipstick and a few white orchids has to be seen to be believed. The camera is always and I mean always in the right place at the right time to capture the moment, and it brings the relationship between the two girls to such an intense level that you almost feel like an intruder watching something so personal that you shouldn't be there!

This is erotic film at its highest point. This isn't about the "you do this to me and I'll do that to you" type of lesbian video we so often see. This film goes beyond that level into another world. See it for yourself and you be the judge. It probably isn't for everyone and that's why we have so many choices in lesbian film. As for me, I've found the film producer I've been looking for, who knows what eroticism is, and even better, knows how to use it in film to a near perfect level.

Tirion
Japanese AV just gets better and better -- this actually beats "Anna and Eriko" (the two stars here are better looking).

Even with the censorship and the language barrier, the quality of the acting brings out the basic secret love story between two sisters reunited at a funeral. The cinematography and direction is first class; only the best Andrew Blake videos are at this technical level, without the coldness and abstractness of those.

One caveat: this video has mild B&D themes and almost ritualistic actions that not everyone may enjoy. For example, the first love scene involves Sayaka Tsutsumi being tied up with gauze and having water & saliva slowly dribbled onto her nipples; similarly there's a scene of saliva being dribbled from tongue to tongue. Then again, if you're offended by watching exchanges of bodily fluids, you're probably not reading this review.

Kudos to the lovely Kurumi Morishita ("Kuru Kuru") who deserves the Japanese porn equivalent of the Oscar, and to director Tohjiro, who needs to release a U.S. edition with subtitles and no censorship. Maybe he'll do a John Woo and start filming in the U.S...

Jake
The absolute best lesbian film I've ever seen. And I've seen a lot of them. Mourning Dress Sisters blows away any and all western erotic lesbian films. By the way this was my first Japanese film. Wow!!

onlymyopinion
Thumbs up. Passion: Very good. Kissing: Erotic, hot, especially with these girls. Pussy licking: stimulating to watch even with mosaics. I would recommend this as a buy.

Slinky
As the other reviewers have mentioned, this is a great film. The photography is beautiful and the scenes are highly erotic. I can't say its better than others have already but give this 5 Stars without hesitation.

This quality of film is on a whole different level than the standard adult movie. I will not be wasting my time in the future with the routine Hollywood XXX fare after seeing this type of filmmaking. There really is a difference!

LOVELEZ
Can't believe this is the second negative review for me. To be honest, the girls were very pretty, kissing and especially tongue sucking was nice. Guess I just have a problem with the storyline. Mainly because I do not speak Japanese :).
If there had been sub-titles I might have enjoyed it more.

The Original Lezlover
This video is a cut above the rest. I loved the way this production was handled. Great camera angles, wonderful lighting, sets and a story that hooks you. It doesn't matter what language you speak. This video is THE bomb!

When was the last time someone on this site referred to any video as being elegant? Well, this one is! But that doesnít mean it skimps on hot lovemaking. Quite the opposite! As a matter of fact, this movie can be downright naughty at times! And kinky!

Director Tohjiro has really crafted something special here. After the feature there is a behind the scenes look at the filming. The girls are actually working off of a script! It's clear that Tohjiro cares about his story! How refreshing! The ladies are terrific actresses! But when you watch this, you never feel as if they are acting. If you've never seen Japanese AV, this is a great place to start. If you already dig Japanese AV, this is a must have. Oh hell, everybody should pick this up! Over and out!

Bi bi love
"Mourning Dress Sisters" is the Japanese word for "kinky oriental teenage lesbian incest." I was surprised by the kinky elements, and found the movie very sexy and beautiful.

junipaire
Oh wow, now I see the light. This movie is amazing and just stunning, one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. It is so sensual and just has this electric feeling watching it, such a damn shame more western erotic film companies can't pick up on this, its so fresh the way its shot and the two actresses are so divine and fantastic actresses, both so perfect.

I love the way it completely gives the viewer a different perspective on the sex between the girls, you really don't know whatís coming next unlike most movies. There is this softness, a sweet essence flowing through the film and its enlightening. I've only just recently become aware of JAV and this is the first movie I have bought, certainly be looking for more now.

Yeah the mosaic is slightly frustrating and would be just perfect without must admit but does not take too much away from the sexual meal for your eyes. Itís shot real slowly to add the lust these two clearly have for each other and its mind blowing. Gotta say ranks up there with the top erotic lesbian films I have ever seen. Would love to be a filmmaker and film something as beautiful as this, yeah in my dreams lol.

But seriously if you want to see one the most erotic lesbian movies out there then this is the one. To the Japanese my hat is off to you, you have amazingly beautiful women and you are so talented. Done the way erotic films should be and 10 out of 10.

Mixolydian
Stunning. The praise from other reviewers is accurate. A few points deserve emphasis. First, this is indeed a movie, not your typical ďadult film.Ē Nothing against the latter, but this is on an altogether higher level. Thereís a dramatic storyline, the girls have the skills of professional actors, directing and editing are at least as good as anything at the Cineplex. The American industry tried, mostly in vain, to do films like this in the 1970ís, during pornís so-called ďGolden AgeĒ. This is way better: more beautiful, much hotter, and, oddly, more engaging - though I donít know a word of Japanese.

Camera work is terrific, with none of the flaws that mar virtually all other adult films. The image is also the sharpest and clearest Iíve ever seen, anywhere. The music is haunting but sparingly used. American directors/producers need to learn from films like this that music matters. So many have ruined good scenes with music that seems chosen at random from Wal-Martís bargain bin and played way too loud.

As for that story-line: Itís obviously central to the film, explaining how these two sisters (if thatís in fact what theyíre supposed to be) can have established and then resumed a sexual relationship. The girls speak all their lines with conviction, and there are several extended scenes in which the dialogue clearly gets quite emotional. A subtitled version would be worth a new purchase. As it is, youíll need to use your imagination. And, as with opera, that may even be for the best.

Censoring: In long shots pixilation of the genital area is scarcely noticeable. There are, however, some close-ups in which the pixilated area occupies almost half the screen. That pretty much spoils the shot. Overall, it didnít bother me much. Thereís no doubt what the girls are doing and that theyíre really doing it. Still, an uncensored version would be welcome.

Bondage: features in one scene only and itís pretty mild, with no hint of coercion or abuse. I also think itís significant, since in the final scene the dominant/submissive roles are reversed. Just wish I knew better what the significance is.

In sum: expensive but worth every penny.

Anonymous
Excellent movie. You will NOT be disappointed! Only negative I can think of would be that the "younger" sister (in pigtails in pics) is too "shy" to really aggressively reciprocate on her older sister the way I would have liked, but that's my personal peeve. The older sister has to try so hard to "get hers" that the anticipation and excitement will drive most mortals over before the scene ends! But, overall, fully worth the 5 stars!

Seize Magazine
"Mourning Dress Sisters." I NEVER thought in a million Sundays I'd ever get this legendary film! Owning this DVD is like having a mint condition Topps 1956 baseball card of Mickey Mantle. Watching a perfectly cast lesbian couple in a perfectly directed film is a very spiritual experience. Watching this film is like the Awe and Wonder you experienced as a child looking up at the stars on a cold, cloudless winter's night. The final scene is in "The Garden of Eden," but this time it's Eve and Eva.